The Century and Regal were nearly the same cars, distinguished only by seating configurations, trim, and engine differences. While the Regal had more performance and luxury features, the lower-priced Century kept a more traditional image, and was equipped with a front bench seat and column shifter as standard, a softer suspension, monotone interior colors, and less-powerful engines. The Regal only came with a console-mounted shifter and bucket seats, and although bucket seats and a fixed center console were optional on the Century, the column shifter was retained, and all Century's lacked a tachometer.
