2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 637 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Riley 4 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 1970 Riley 4. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Riley |
| Model | Montana | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
