1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
