1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Cutlass | Montana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4269 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
