1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Monaco | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
