1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 832 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Monaco | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
