1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1995 Ford Windstar
To start off, 1995 Ford Windstar is newer by 23 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 20 more horse power than 1995 Ford Windstar. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Ford Windstar. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1995 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
