1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 238 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1975 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 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | Montana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
