1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 18 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
