1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
