1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 59 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Monaco | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
