1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 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) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 950 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
