1999 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
