1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 36 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1410 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 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Reliant Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
Model | Regal | Korando |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2490 mm |