1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 988 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco 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 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion, 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1983 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Orion |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
