1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Monaco | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |
