1970 Opel Record vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 763 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Pontiac Montana (278 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Record | Montana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
