1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 70 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Monaco | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |