1960 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor 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 82 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 708 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Morris Minor 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 1960 Morris Minor. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2800 mm |