1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 38 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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, 2005 Saturn L, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Monaco | L |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
