2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P5B 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 1971 Rover P5B. 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Montana | P5B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
