1995 Ford Versailles vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Ford Versailles is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Versailles.
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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Versailles. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Versailles | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Versailles | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
