1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Ak 350 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 95 L |
