1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Monaco | Highlander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |