1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 30 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, 2002 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Monaco | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
