2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 31 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
