1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 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 105 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Monaco | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
