1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 596 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Monaco | Cerato |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |