1975 Reliant SE6 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1975 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Reliant SE6 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | SE6 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |