1986 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
