2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | FX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
