1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 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 (394 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
