1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
