1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Monaco | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
