1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1971 Holden Torana
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 Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana 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 120 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Monaco | Torana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
