1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 9 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Granada |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 60.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |