1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan 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 44 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
