1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 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 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ascari |
| Model | Trans Sport | A10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2636 mm |
