1990 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 971 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Trans Am | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Trans Am | Today |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |