1990 Buick Skylark 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 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 152 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. 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 (210 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Skylark | Montana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
