1976 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1991 Dodge Monaco is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 530 kg more than 1991 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Monaco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1991 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Monaco |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |