1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Monaco | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
