1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 18 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 575 kg more than 1990 Dodge Caravan. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caravan | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
