1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 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 116 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
