1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 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) has 108 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 772 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Monaco | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
