1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 500 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
