1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 91 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Monaco | Monterey |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |