1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 248 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Monaco | Enclave |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3020 mm |