1979 Reliant SE6 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant SE6 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Reliant | SsangYong |
| Model | SE6 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
