1988 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 16 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 864 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
