1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 25 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 48 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 841 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Monaco | EL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2619 mm |
