1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 21 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 102 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 874 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1988 TVR S2 | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Monaco | S2 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |