1977 Buick Estate vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 5 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Estate | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
