1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 86 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Combo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
