1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaco | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4010 mm |
