1992 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1998 Rover 75

To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 7 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Pontiac Trans Sport 1998 Rover 75
Make Pontiac Rover
Model Trans Sport 75
Year Released 1992 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2750 mm


 

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