1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 743 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
