2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1062 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Range Rover | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
