1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang 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 55 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 504 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
