1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 53 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
