1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 35 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Monaco | Mountaineer |
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 | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 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 | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |