1982 Austin Allegro vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Allegro 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 101 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 902 kg more than 1982 Austin Allegro. 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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Allegro | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Allegro | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
