1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Omega 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 86 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1983 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monaco | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
