1978 Reliant SE6 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 1978 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Reliant SE6 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | SE6 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
