1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Charger | Monaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |