1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3110 mm |
