1971 Austin 3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 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 27 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 3 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3110 mm |
