1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 61 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Quest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
