1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza 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 27 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Monaco | Piazza |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |