2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
