1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Monaco | S80 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
