2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 521 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Avalanche | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
