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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 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 1017 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 (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 429 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.
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 | 5666 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |