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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 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. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
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 | 5735 cc | 3392 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 | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |
