2004 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 34 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, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 37 kg more than 2004 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, 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 (388 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 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 |
