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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 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 402 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 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 | 7206 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
