1992 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Monaco (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
