2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 36 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
