1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
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 Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair 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 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
