2002 Pontiac Montana vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont 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 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Montana | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Montana | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
