1999 Honda Z vs. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 6 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, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z 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:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Z | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
