1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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 Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Monaco | Regal |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2738 mm |
