1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 87 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 697 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
