1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 18 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 180 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 734 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
