1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
