1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 8 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | CLK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
