2007 Acura RDX vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 35 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, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RDX | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
