1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 791 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Monaco | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |