1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 34 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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Monte Carlo | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2380 mm |
