2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3110 mm |
