1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (160 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 389 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Monaco | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
