1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 637 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford 17M 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 1959 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet 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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford 17M has manual transmission. 1959 Ford 17M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | 17M |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |