1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
