1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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 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 131 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2980 mm |
