1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Monaco | 928 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |