1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Montana |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3050 mm |