1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaco | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |
