1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 834 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | 190 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
