1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 675 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
