1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Renault Clio is newer by 27 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 69 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Monaco | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
