1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 600 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Monaco | SRX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2807 mm |
