1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 26 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 108 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Saxo | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3110 mm |
