1981 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 812 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |