1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 977 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 136 L |
