2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
