1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Caddy 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 116 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaco | Caddy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |