1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 88 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Monaco | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
