1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 273 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Monaco | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
