2005 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 33 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, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |
