1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Monaco | Elise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
