1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 910 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monaco | A |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |