2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Montero | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
