2009 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 37 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, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 960 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A3 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
