1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
