1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 20 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 345 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 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trans Sport | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
