1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 654 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |