1990 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 630 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. 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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
