2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
