1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 526 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
