1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 852 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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 (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
