2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 245 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
