1977 Reliant SE6 vs. 1981 Ford Granada

To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1977 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1977 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Reliant SE6 1981 Ford Granada
Make Reliant Ford
Model SE6 Granada
Year Released 1977 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2780 mm


 

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