1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 42 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 566 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |
