2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 480 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3110 mm |
