1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 20 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Trans Sport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
