1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Elise 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 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Monaco | Elise |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
