1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane 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 77 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Monaco | Megane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
