1980 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 158 kg more than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Crown Victoria | Montana |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |