1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 49 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Monaco | LS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |