1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Monaco | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2619 mm |
