1987 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1992 Dodge Monaco is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1992 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Monaco |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |