1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1975 Tatra T603 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Tatra T603. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Monaco | T603 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
