2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 617 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3110 mm |
