1991 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 19 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |