1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Monaco | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |