1999 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 1970 Chrysler Cordoba 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 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
