2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 925 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
