1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 725 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
