1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |
