1976 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 4 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 444 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |
