1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 429 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaco | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2685 mm |
