1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 879 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Monaco | 18 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
