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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 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 731 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 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 | 7206 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |