1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2930 mm |
