1979 Reliant SE6 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 31 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant SE6 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Reliant | Land Rover |
Model | SE6 | Defender |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |