1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2776 mm |
