1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1984 Porsche 911 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Monaco | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2280 mm |
