1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 123 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |
