1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige 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 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Monaco | Exige |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |