1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Monte Carlo | 109 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |