1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Roadmaster | Monaro |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |