1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 106 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Monaco | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2789 mm |