1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 552 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
