2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL 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 118 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Montana | DL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
