1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco 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 77 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
