1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
