1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Monaco | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
