1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 18 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 604 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Monaco | Spirit |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |