2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 35 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3554 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
