1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaco | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2649 mm |
