1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Monaco | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
