1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 41 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 350 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaco | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2738 mm |
