1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV 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 120 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Monaco | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2050 mm |
