1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 294 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire 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 Pontiac Sunfire | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Sunfire | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |