1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
