1996 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |