1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | New Yorker | Montana |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
