1997 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Alto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2180 mm |
