2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 29 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 89 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3110 mm |
