1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Caprice | Montana |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |