1992 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Camry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
