2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 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 118 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Charade | Monaco |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 5895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3110 mm |