1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 448 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Comodoro | Regal |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2738 mm |
