1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1970 Renault 12
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 12 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 122 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Renault 12. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1970 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Monaco | 12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
