1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (215 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (298 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Monte Carlo | Defender |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |