1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 14 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 111 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Monaco | 309 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |