2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 109 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 438 kg more than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
