1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 10 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 121 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Mehari | Monaco |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |