1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Monaco | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2936 mm |
