1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 273 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Monaco | VIP |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
