1997 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 522 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Celica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |