1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 441 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Monaco | Compass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2634 mm |
