1992 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 17 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, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX 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 157 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Trans Sport | CSX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
