2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 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 99 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 544 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Montana | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Montana | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
