1978 Reliant SE6 vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Reliant SE6 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Reliant SE6 | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | SE6 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |