1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra 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 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 84 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 720 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |
