1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (284 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 400 R | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
