2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1261 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Jeep | Reliant |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Regal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 27 L |
