1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 21 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 610 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
