1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 408 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3140 mm |
