2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 682 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
