1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 895 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Monaco | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
