1992 Dodge Monaco vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 327 kg more than 1992 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Monaco | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Monaco | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
