1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1981 Zastava 132
To start off, 1981 Zastava 132 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 69 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Zastava 132. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1981 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Monaco | 132 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
