1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 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 37 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |
