1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Monte Carlo | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |