2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Montana | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Montana | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
