2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Monaco |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |