1978 Buick Regal vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 11 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 166 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 434 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Monaco |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 6292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |