2009 Nissan Livina vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina 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:
2009 Nissan Livina | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Livina | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1329 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |