1999 Buick Regal vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chrysler Newport 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 1968 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Newport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
