2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 657 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
