1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic 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 346 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Trans Sport | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |