2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
