1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Signum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
