1999 Pontiac Montana vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Montana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Montana | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Montana | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |