1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 196 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | Charger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3048 mm |
