2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 585 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
