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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (249 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 | 5209 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |