1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 101 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 940 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
