1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 74 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Monaco | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |