1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Monaco | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2748 mm |
