2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina 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 86 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 838 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Carina 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 1972 Toyota Carina. 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) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
