1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 7 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 88 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 825 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Monaco | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
