1970 Buick GS vs. 2005 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 1970 Buick GS 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 1970 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde, 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. 2005 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2005 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
