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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 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 557 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 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 | 6690 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3110 mm |
