1987 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 229 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal 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 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana, 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Regal | Montana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
