1985 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Montana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. 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, 2003 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Electra | Montana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
