1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1981 Reliant SE6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6.
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, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | MK II | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
