1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 21 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 117 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 900 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
