1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Monaco | 850 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |