1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 33 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 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. 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, 2000 Ford Contour, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour 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 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Contour |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
