1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 26 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Intrepid | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
