2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
