2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Mountaineer | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 293 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |