1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Monte Carlo | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2930 mm |