1953 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Montana is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 987 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Popular 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 1953 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular. 2000 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Popular | Montana |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |