1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 40 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2012 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Monaco | Elise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2299 mm |
