1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 144 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Monaco | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
