1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 524 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Montana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
