2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 423 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
