2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 12 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Premacy | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
