1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJ8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaco | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2920 mm |
