1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
