1994 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 452 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Toyota Crown 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 1956 Toyota Crown. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |