1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Monaco | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
