1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 16 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaco | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
