2006 Acura RL vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 8 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RL | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
