2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 18 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, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 337 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.
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, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Ulysse | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
