1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 525 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Monaco | C5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
