1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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 57 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Monaco | Dakota |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |