1991 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
