1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 25 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 52 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 860 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Puma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
