2000 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1170 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Terrano II | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Terrano II | Regal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1940 mm |
