1994 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Trans Sport | V70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
