1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Monaco | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2320 mm |
