2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 636 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Montana | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
