1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 179 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix has manual transmission. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Prix | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Prix | Montana |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |