1992 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Outback |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
