1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 480 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Monaco | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
