1997 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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 42 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. 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 1997 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
