1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 19 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Trans Sport | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
