1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (160 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
