1989 Lexus LS vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, both 1989 Lexus LS and 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 248 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lexus LS 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 1989 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lexus LS | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | LS | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |