1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am 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 22 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 775 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am 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:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Am | Montana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 95 L |
