1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Monaco | Carisma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |