1979 Reliant SE6 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 364 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant SE6 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | SE6 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3246 mm |