2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
