1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |
