2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 36 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 61 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
