2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 28 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Neon | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
