1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 472 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Navara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
