1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Monaco | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |