1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 505 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 69 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Monaco | 505 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |