1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
