1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 513 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaco | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |