1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale 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 66 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Royale |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
