1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Trans Sport | Relay |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
