1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 464 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
