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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2634 mm |
