1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Saturn Astra. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Monaco | Astra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |