1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 444 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
