1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 746 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Monaco | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2946 mm |
