1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2011 Fiat Multipla is newer by 21 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Fiat Multipla. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Multipla. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Multipla 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.
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1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Trans Sport | Multipla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |