1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 37 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 954 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
