1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
