1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1992 Dodge Monaco is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Monaco (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1992 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
