1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 15 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
