1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 564 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | Montana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
