1954 Buick 70 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 27 kg more than 1954 Buick 70.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | 70 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3050 mm |
