1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 23 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, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 393 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | NSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
