1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 47 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 846 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |