1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 21 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Monaco | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
