1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Reliant |
| Model | Mirada | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
