1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Montana |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |