1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 885 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
