1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaco | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3040 mm |
