1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 8 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 460 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Monaco | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
