1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Monaco | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
