1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Montana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 2000 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Visa | Montana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
