1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3140 mm |
