1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 5 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 151 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
