1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 42 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 913 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Monte Carlo | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2885 mm |
