1989 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Montana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend. 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, 2003 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend. 2003 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Legend | Montana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
