1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1989 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 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 109 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1989 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Croma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
