1974 Buick GS vs. 1970 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Buick GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1970 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Impala |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
