1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |
