1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 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 94 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 660 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Monaco | 140 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
