1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | 3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
