1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Monaco | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 248 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3240 mm |