1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaco | Sharan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2919 mm |