1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 498 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3042 mm |
