1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 34 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 151 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
