2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana.

Because 1968 Pontiac GTO 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 1968 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Pontiac Montana 1968 Pontiac GTO
Make Pontiac Pontiac
Model Montana GTO
Year Released 2004 1968
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3392 cc 6549 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 104.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 69 L


 

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