1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3110 mm |
