1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 690 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Monaco | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
