1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
