1994 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX.
Because 1994 Honda NSX 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 1994 Honda NSX. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Honda NSX 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:
1994 Honda NSX | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Montana |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |