1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 41 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 15 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Monaco | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
