1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 10 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 54 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 725 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
