1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Monaco | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3250 mm |