1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Monaco | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
