1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Monaco | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |