1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 34 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Monaco | Optima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
