2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 390 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Sonata | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |