1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Monaco | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
