2000 Pontiac Montana vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Montana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 562 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Holden Sunbird 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 1978 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Montana | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Montana | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
