1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 118 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 616 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3050 mm |
