1991 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 371 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
