1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 32 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 743 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
