1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 38 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 527 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Monaco | Tucson |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2639 mm |