1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 124 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
