1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1984 Ford Telstar is newer by 12 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 81 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 888 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Telstar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |