1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, both 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 830 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7442 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 52 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
