1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Monte Carlo | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |