1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1117 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Corvette | Regal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 27 L |
