1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Camaro | Montana |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |