1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 33 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Monaco | Jimny |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |