1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 8 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 901 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 230 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
