1991 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 19 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 90 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 810 kg more than 1991 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1920 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 |
