1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 62 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 705 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
