1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 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 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3110 mm |
