1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 462 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Monaco | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
