1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Monaco | Cedric |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |