1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 61 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 68 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Monaco | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |