1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
