1991 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1991 Dodge Monaco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Dodge Monaco (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
