1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 377 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | CC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2708 mm |
