1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 387 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
