1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Monaco | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |