1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 40 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, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Monaco | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2578 mm |
