1979 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 7 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 56 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
