2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3110 mm |
