2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
