1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
