1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 42 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 982 kg more than 2009 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 (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Monaco | Elise |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 32 L |