1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 56 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Monaco | Vue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
