1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 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 45 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |
