1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 31 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monaco | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
