1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 975 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaco | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
