2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Malibu | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
