1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 36 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaco | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
