1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 8 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Dodge Grand 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3110 mm |
