1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 15 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 244 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaco | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2040 mm |
