1979 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 53 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Reliant SE6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Honda | Reliant |
| Model | Accord | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
