1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 276 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
