1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Legend |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
