1972 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 822 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
