1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 800 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
