1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1966 Ford Consul
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul 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 130 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1966 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Consul |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1181 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
