1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 250 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3270 mm |
