1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 32 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Monaco | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |