1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 880 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Am | Montana |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |