1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Montana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
