1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
