1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1976 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 728 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1976 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Monte Carlo | Escort |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |