1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Roadmaster | Montana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
