1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend 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, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1987 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Monaco | Legend |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |