1981 Reliant SE6 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 10 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 136 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Reliant SE6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester 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, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Reliant SE6 | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Reliant | Subaru |
| Model | SE6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
