1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 15 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
