1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 24 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Monaco | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
