1977 Buick Electra vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 79 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Monaco |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |