1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 497 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
