1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Vega 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 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Vega | Regal |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
