1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1984 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1984 Jensen Interceptor 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1984 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Monaco | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
