1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 101 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Montana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
