1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban 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 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 436 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban 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 Suburban 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 (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (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 Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Monaco | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3300 mm |
