1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 36 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1250 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 1968 Reliant Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Reliant Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 2004 Toyota Sienna 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. 2004 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Sienna |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2910 mm |