2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 31 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3110 mm |
