1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Altima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
