2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3110 mm |
