2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
