1972 Reliant Rebel vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1983 Toyota Cressida is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel. 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, 1983 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Reliant Rebel | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Reliant | Toyota |
| Model | Rebel | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
