1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 8 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | 380 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
