1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3110 mm |
