1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1985 Lancia Thema is newer by 13 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Monaco | Thema |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |