1971 Chrysler Valiant 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 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Valiant | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
