1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac 6000 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaco | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
