1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (167 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 318 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
