2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 328 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Liberty | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2270 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
