1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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, 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 198 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Monaco | Sorento |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |