1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1982 Mercury Cougar 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 605 kg more than 1982 Mercury Cougar. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Monaco | Cougar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |