1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 28 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 55 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaco | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
