1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 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 1 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Trans Sport | 6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |