1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 865 kg more than 1998 Saturn SL. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Monaco | SL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
