1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Trans Sport | Stanza |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |