1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 36 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 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
