1988 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 526 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (301 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Electra | Montana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3080 mm |
