1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 65 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 768 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Starlet |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |