1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2838 mm |
