1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 210 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.
Because 1972 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Monaro |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |