1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 171 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Monaco | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |