2000 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |