1959 Ford Popular vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 1994 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Popular | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
