1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 924 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
