1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 192 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Monaco | Acadia |
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 | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3020 mm |