1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1977 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Monaco | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
