1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Avensis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |