1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Montana. 2006 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Belmont | Montana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
