1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Montana is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera 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 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Riviera | Montana |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 285 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |