1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 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 25 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 913 kg more than 1988 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
