1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Santana has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Trans Sport | Santana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |