1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaco | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
