1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 328 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Monte Carlo | Discovery |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |