2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte 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 152 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Montana | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
