1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3270 mm |
