1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1977 GMC Suburban 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 74 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Monaco | Suburban |
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 | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 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 |