2004 Buick Regal vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 801 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |