1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 461 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Riviera | Montana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
