1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 22 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 702 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Cavalier | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
