1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown 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 77 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 545 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Crown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
