1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 872 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Monaco | Accord |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |