1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Montana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 132 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana. 1999 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | Montana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
