1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 65 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
