1992 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Monaco | Altea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
