1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 915 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
