1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
