2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 234 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1980 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 |
