2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj is newer by 32 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 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 1105 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 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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. 2000 Cadillac Imaj will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | Imaj | Regal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1940 mm |
