1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 755 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 211 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |
