1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1977 Lada 1200
To start off, 1977 Lada 1200 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 166 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1977 Lada 1200. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1977 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Monaco | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
