1990 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (200 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 486 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Trans Sport | Montana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
