1992 Dodge Monaco vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, both 1992 Dodge Monaco and 1992 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Monaco | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2930 mm |