1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Monaco | S40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2639 mm |
