1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 622 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
