1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 488 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Monaco | Optima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
