2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Montana | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
