2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel

To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1489 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Reliant Rebel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1967 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1967 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Pontiac Montana 1967 Reliant Rebel
Make Pontiac Reliant
Model Montana Rebel
Year Released 2004 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3392 cc 746 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 51 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 62.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 7.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 521 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 27 L