1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 31 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 712 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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 (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Monaco | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2320 mm |