1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Monaco | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
