1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 1970 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,442 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
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1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Monte Carlo | Firebird |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7442 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |