1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 538 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Micra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
