1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 23 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 74 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.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2911 mm |