2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 871 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Naked | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 107 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |