1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 58 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Monaco | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
