1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Montana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
