1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Montana |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |