1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 1000 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 111 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 960 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaco | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2400 mm |
