1988 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 466 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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, 1999 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Montana |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |