1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 804 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Monaco | CJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2040 mm |
