2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 36 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 719 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
