1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 90 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
