1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 22 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 237 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
