1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 29 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 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 61 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
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, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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 (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Monaco | Caravan |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |