1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Monaco | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |