1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 113 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Monaco | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |