2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone 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 (200 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 986 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Montana | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
