2000 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 Monte Carlo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal. 2000 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
