1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 640 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Monte Carlo | Discovery |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |