1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Montana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 587 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Montana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
