2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Caliber | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
