1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 666 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1254 kg |
