1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 36 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 251 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Monaco | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |
