1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona 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 127 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 985 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Monaco | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |