1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 61 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 780 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monaco | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
