1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 35 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 983 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Monaco | H2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3120 mm |
