1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Ka |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |