1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 636 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Monaco | Laguna |
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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 191 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |