1981 Reliant SE6 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant SE6 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | SE6 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
