1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 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 116 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
