1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2330 mm |
