2006 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
