1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaco | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
