1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 306 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Voyager | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
