1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 272 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Monaco | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
