1976 Reliant SE6 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant SE6 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Reliant | Volvo |
| Model | SE6 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
