1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 40 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, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 263 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Escape |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2619 mm |