1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 11 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 86 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire 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 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
