1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
