2004 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
