1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |