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


 

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