2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Pontiac Montana (278 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
