1994 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord 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 258 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
