1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 45 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Monaco | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
