1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | Charger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
