1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Pontiac Trans Sport 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Trans Sport Condor
Year Released 1993 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1505 kg
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2640 mm


 

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