1991 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2012 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 2012 Honda CR-V
Make Pontiac Honda
Model Trans Sport CR-V
Year Released 1991 2012
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 119 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1645 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2620 mm


 

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