1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Monaco | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
