1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 364 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2619 mm |
