1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
