1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1994 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 1994 Dodge Stratus is newer by 22 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 96 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (129 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 Dodge Stratus. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1994 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
