1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 8 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 96 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Monaco | Suburban |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2230 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 |