1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Kingswood | Montana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
