1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 36 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Monte Carlo | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2745 mm |