1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 45 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, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge. 2012 Ford Edge 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. 2012 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Edge |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |