1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 27 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Monaco | Elise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
