1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 204 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
