1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 45 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 152 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaco | Vito |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
