1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 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 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 79 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Monaco | 260 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
