2000 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2000 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Escape | Regal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 27 L |
