1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 940 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Monaco | Camira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
