1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 602 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special 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 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | FB Special | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
