1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Monaco | Suburban |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3300 mm |