1968 Reliant Regal vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Reliant Regal 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 1968 Reliant Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Reliant Regal | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
