1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 37 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Monaco | Getz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
