1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Monaco | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3200 mm |
