2000 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 1970 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
