1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 464 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
