2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre. 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) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
