1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1979 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1979 Talbot Horizon 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 117 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Talbot Horizon. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1979 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Monaco | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
