2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Monaco |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 478 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3110 mm |